Entegris

manufacturing

SeniorSpecialist,ContinuousImprovementEngineer

$85–110k Chaska, Minnesota, United States FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Senior Specialist, Continuous Improvement Engineer at Entegris. Skills: Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Process Improvement. Lead process assessments. Lead process mapping”

What You'll Achieve.

drive measurable improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost reduction; ensure execution aligns with strategic objectives; maximize adoption; measure project impact; ensuring sustained results; identifying further improvement opportunities; optimize their operational performance; enhance customer satisfaction; drive long-term value

Industry & Context.

manufacturing
Problems you'll solve

Identify bottlenecks; Identify inefficiencies; Identify root causes; develop actionable recommendations; problem analysis/solving skills

Eligibility Requirements

Less than 10% of travel is required, Do not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3 to 7+ Years Established Continuous Improvement Experience within a manufacturing environment, Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other related Sciences degrees, Operations, Supply Chain, Demonstrated background in Lean Manufacturing, data analysis, problem analysis/solving skills, verbal and written communication skills, proficiency in Lean manufacturing, proficiency in 5S, proficiency in Kaizen, proficiency in Kanban, proficiency in root cause analysis, Proficiency in ERP systems, Proficiency in AutoCAD, Proficiency in data analysis software

Nice to Have

Six Sigma analytical methodologies, Recognized Lean Six Sigma (Greenlack Belt) Certification, exposure to injection molding, exposure to mechanical assembly, exposure to machining processes

What You'll Do.

Lead process assessments

Identify inefficiencies

Develop actionable recommendations

Manage operational excellence projects

Coordinate cross-functional teams

Develop project charters

Define project deliverables

Manage project timelines

Ensure execution aligns with objectives

Build relationships with leaders

Build relationships with employees

Design change management strategies

Implement change management strategies

Design communication plans

Implement communication plans

Design training programs

Implement training programs

Collect complex data sets

Analyze complex data sets

Interpret complex data sets

Mentor manufacturing teams

Train manufacturing teams

Develop key performance indicators

Track key performance indicators

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

coordinating cross-functional teams; Build relationships with site leaders; Build relationships with front-line employees; Partner with Site leadership; Mentor and train manufacturing teams; colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

Communication Scope

verbal and written communication skills; Present findings and insights to diverse audiences through compelling presentations and reports

Process & Methodology

Manage multiple operational excellence projects simultaneously, Develop project charters, Define deliverables, Manage timelines, ensure execution aligns with strategic objectives

Full Job Description

**Job Title:** Senior Specialist, Continuous Improvement Engineer **Job Description:** **THE ROLE** Our manufacturing site in Chaska, MN is seeking a new Senior Specialist, Continuous Improvement Engineer to join our team. In this role, the new hire will drive meaningful change by leading continuous Improvement initiatives for the site and report directly to the Continuous Improvement Manager. This role will be pivotal in guiding the site through complex transformation initiatives by delivering advanced process improvements, embedding a culture of continuous improvement, and enabling sustainable business results. It is deal for whoever we hire into this role to have strong change management skills, and deep Lean / Six Sigma expertise to help the Chaska manufacturing site optimize their operational performance, enhance customer satisfaction, and drive long-term value. **WHAT YOU 'LL DO** * Process Analysis & Improvement: Lead process assessments and process mapping, using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen. Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and root causes, and develop actionable recommendations that drive measurable improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost reduction. * Project Leadership: Manage multiple operational excellence projects simultaneously, coordinating cross-functional teams and resources. Develop project charters, define deliverables, manage timelines, and ensure execution aligns with strategic objectives. * Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with site leaders and front-line employees to understand business needs, secure buy-in, and drive change adoption. * Change Management: Partner with Site leadership to design and implement change management strategies, communication plans, and training programs to facilitate seamless transitions and maximize adoption. * Data-Driven Decision Making: Collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets to inform recommendations and measure project impact. Present findings and insi

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